With winter and colder weather quickly approaching, it’s time to prepare your home for frigid temperatures and icy precipitation. The best time to ensure your home plumbing is ready for inclement winter weather is during the fall. By catching potential issues quickly and fixing them with a quick trip to the plumbing supply store or a visit from a professional plumber, you can ensure you’re ready for whatever the upcoming season may have in store.
Schedule or Clean Your Gutters Now
While cleaning the gutters isn’t a fun job, it’s a necessity that should be at the top of your list this season. Clogged gutters cause water to spill onto your roof with every rainfall, causing potential roof rot, which can lead to mold inside your home. The next time you head into Vancouver for plumbing supplies, pick up everything you need to do the job properly. A sturdy pair of work gloves, a power washer and an eco-friendly cleaning solution can help ensure they’re thoroughly cleaned. Gutter guards can help keep debris from building up in the future.
Test Your Sump Pump Before the First Freeze
Your sump pump plays an important part in your home’s plumbing system. It removes excess water that falls into your basement and releases it away from your property, preventing mold damage and protecting your family’s health. Failure to ensure it’s in working order before the first freeze can leave you with a flooded basement and the need for costly remediation services. If your pump doesn’t start running when you pour water in while testing it, call a professional who can troubleshoot it and get it back in working order.
Schedule Preventative Maintenance for Your Water Heater
Most people prefer hot showers and baths on a freezing winter’s day, so you’ll want to make sure your water heater is up for the job. By scheduling routine preventative maintenance in the fall, you can detect any potential leaks or other safety issues while extending the lifespan of your unit. You can also keep it running more efficiently by removing sediment buildup and checking the pressure relief valve. An efficient water heater means you’ll use less energy, saving money in the long run.
The next time you visit Vancouver for plumbing supplies, be sure to stop by Noble BC. Noble BC is happy to serve mechanical industry professionals at our plumbing supply stores throughout Western British Columbia, including those in Mission, Kelowna, Surrey, Sechelt, Maple Ridge, Coquitlam and Vancouver. You Need It, We Got It!
